Transaction Manager - Retail Portfolio (Fixed-Term)

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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this opportunity involves:

We are seeking a Transaction Manager to perform a range of general property leasing functions across Telstra's Retail & Commercial portfolio. This role offers the opportunity to work within a multi-disciplined Property team servicing the requirements of our valued client.

The successful candidate will be based on-site at Telstra’s office in either Melbourne or Sydney CBD.

Please note that this is a fixed-term contract until 31st August 2026 with potential for an extension or conversion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Consolidate general market research reports and perform lease abstraction and database management
• Manage critical date reporting on the property portfolio and prepare work in progress reports
• Review lease documentation and support senior team members on property transactions
• Manage and coordinate property portfolio activities across the Telstra account
• Prepare cash flow analyses for business case submissions
• Undertake other tasks as requested by management with a high degree of independence
• Ensure consistent completion of negotiating, documenting, reporting, and closing out property transactions

Key Skills & Requirements

• Current Real Estate License or Certificate of Registration
• Proven background in client-facing tenant representation and/or leasing role, ideally for retail or commercial
• Strong ability to understand and interpret commercial contracts and leases with accurate data management
• Experience with lease administration and property management databases preferred
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and address complex problems within an ever-changing environment
• Excellent planning, organisational, and financial analysis skills to meet tight deadlines
• Actively encourages teamwork, cooperation, performance excellence, and personal success

What you can expect from us:

• Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned bands
• Private Health Insurance Discounts
• Employee assistant program
• Novated Lease for EV cars
• Paid time off for volunteer work
• Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm
• Premium offices
• Hybrid / flexible work arrangements

About us:

At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat. Apply today, quoting job reference number JPREQ486765

Location:

On-site –Melbourne, VIC, Sydney, NSW

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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